Most people like to swim in the summer season. While the body temperature rises during most workouts, swimming also makes your workout and you feel quite relaxed too. It's certainly a great activity for the summer, but it still requires thorough preparation before going swimming. Then whether it is about your skin or body.

For the protection of the skin, you must have resorted to creams etc., but before swimming, the body also needs enough energy. Hence, it is said that one should never swim on an empty stomach. However, this does not mean that you should eat anything before swimming. Carbs give you instant energy before swimming. So, in this article today, RitikaSamadar, Chief Dietician of Max Healthcare Hospital, Delhi is telling you which foods you should consume before swimming-

Apple

It is considered best to consume carbs before swimming. In this sense, you can eat a medium-size apple before swimming. You get about 25 grams of carbohydrates by consuming one apple. This carbohydrate content serves as a source of energy for swimming.

Banana

Apart from apple, banana is one such fruit, which can be consumed before swimming. Not only is it high in potassium, but it also has a good carbohydrate content. Banana is considered an energy powerhouse. Whether you do swimming for fun or take it as physical activity, during this the body has to expend a lot of energy. Therefore, it can be a good idea to consume bananas to maintain the energy level in the body.

Bread

When it comes to carb-rich food, the name of bread is taken in it. It is a good source of complex carbs and hence you can consider consuming bread before swimming. However, if you want to eat something light and good, then you can consume oats in addition to bread.

Keep these things in mind

  • While carbs should be taken before swimming, at the same time, after swimming you should give priority to eating protein-rich foods. Some people start taking protein before swimming, while in reality they are needed after the swimming session.
  • Never eat too much heavy food before swimming. This can cause problems for you while swimming.
  • Before swimming, you should take care of water along with food so that your body can stay hydrated. You should drink fluids before, during and after swimming.
  • Apart from water, you can consume juice, flavoured milk and curd etc. to avoid dehydration.

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